Net energy analysis is simple and has great intuitive appeal, but it is also dead wrong and dangerously misleading -- net energy must be eliminated from our discourse
growth in worldwide energy demand can be cut in half or more over the next 15 years without reducing the benefits end users enjoy. The key is a concerted global effort to boost energy productivity.
iemens VDO intends to offer its customers all electric drive system components from a single supplier. The company is this also at work on high performance energy accumulators and transmissions to support the hybrid drives. Siemens VDO is already working on a full-electric system that transfers the drive to the wheels without using a conventional transmission.
MARS can complement a diesel generator by offering a combined diesel-wind power solution that delivers power below 20 cents per kWh. This compares to a wide range of 25 cents to 99 cents per kWh for diesel-alone, reflecting the high fuel and transportation costs in remote areas
It will build trust and confidence that the overall target of 9 % energy savings within 9 years can be achieved, and will thus support Member States in attaining their target.
measuring the impact of energy efficiency improvement measures and energy services
To ensure the plans fulfil this role, this paper analyses the key elements needed for a template and guidance, tailored specifically to the buildings sector
How can this Action Plan change this problem? Europe needs to pursue energy efficiency vigorously, but are the Action Plan and the signals of announcing possible changes in current directives enough? These questions are also addressed in this paper.